ABOUT YOUR STORAGE TANK
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HOW DO I KNOW IF THE STORAGE TANK IS INSTALLED CORRECTLY?
Refer to the Application Guide for the most appropriate system configuration. Further information is also
provided on
pages
20
to
21. The storage tank must be installed:
by a qualified person, and
in accordance with the installation instructions, and
in compliance with Standard AS/NZS 3500.4 and all local codes and regulatory authority requirements.
In New Zealand the installation must also conform with the New Zealand Building Code.
VICTORIAN CUSTOMERS
Notice to Victorian Customers from the Victorian Plumbing Industry Commission. This storage tank must be
installed by a licensed person as required by the Victorian Building Act 1993.
Only a licensed person will give you a Compliance Certificate, showing that the work complies with all the
relevant Standards. Only a licensed person will have insurance protecting their workmanship for 6 years.
Make sure you use a licensed person to install this storage tank and ask for your Compliance Certificate.
DOES THE WATER CHEMISTRY AFFECT THE STORAGE TANK?
The storage tank is designed to store a heat transfer liquid and
must be treated to prevent corrosion. The
system has either been supplied with the amount of preparation chemicals and corrosion inhibitor required
or alternatively can be sourced locally. These are to be applied in accordance with the manufacturers’
instructions. Refer to SDS sheets supplied with pre-treatment and corrosion inhibitor.
Refer to Treating the
Storage Tank on page
24.
Some water chemistries may have detrimental effects on the storage tank, its components and fittings. Refer
to
“Water Supplies”
on page 9.
If you are in a known harsh water area or you are not sure of your water chemistry, have your water checked
against the conditions
described on pages
9
to
9.
HOW LONG WILL THE STORAGE TANK LAST?
The storage tank is supported by a
manufacturer’s warranty
(refer to page
31
)
. There are a number of factors
that will affect the length of service the storage tank will provide. These include but are not limited to the fluid
chemistry, the fluid pressure, the fluid temperature (inlet and outlet) and the water usage pattern. Refer to
“Precautions”
on page 5.
